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Dodge Viper Recall 19V885: Air Bags May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk

NHTSA campaign 19V885, reported December 12, 2019, 3,329 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2005 and 2006 Dodge Viper vehicles may have an Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module that can inadvertently deploy the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners. An unexpected deployment can increase the risk of injury and of a crash.

If you own one of these vehicles, Chrysler will notify you directly, and an authorized dealer will replace the ORC module at no cost to you. You can also contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 and reference recall number VE4. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your Viper is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V885Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Component
AIR BAGS; SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Dodge Viper vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may inadvertently deploy the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Risk
The unexpected deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury and a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Dodge Viper20052006